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 Mosquito Repellent by easyoar
Mosquito repellent. The mosquitos are VICIOUS in French Polynesia. You do not want to get bitten, so take protection. There are also mosquitos that bite there during daylight, so wear repellent all day, not just in the evening.
Bring plenty of film/memory cards as you will not want to pay the exorbitant prices in French Polynesia.
French Polynesia is extremely expensive for everything, so without going over your weight limit on your flight, try and take everything you will need with you, as you won't want to buy too much stuff there when you see the prices!
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 Snorkeling by Helga67
Bring a good sunscreen and insect repellent.
Keep in mind that daylight is very intense in the tropics. Use a polarisation or UV filter and bring a waterproof bag to protect your camera from salt and spray during boat trips.
Snorkelling equipment
Bring an adapter if you don't have a French plug with two round prongs. Leave a Comment
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 by Angelamtp1
On a cruise, upscale casual, very Tommy Bahama
Sunscreen, I really, really mean it
Whatever you can bring that might not break your heart if it gets a little water on it, it's more than possible
hat, SUNSCREEN, swimsuit, snorkeling gear, usually provided for you
Don't step on the sea slugs, it's just rude. Leave a Comment
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 Advantix by b1bob
You sure enough don't need a parka. Bring a lot of short pants and t-shirts. Also, bring sandals for the beach particularly the black sanded Venus Beach.
Lots and lots of sun screen.
A 35mm camera and as much film as you think you need. Leave a Comment
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Bring shoes that can be worn in the water. You need to look out for poisonous fish and sharp coral when you snorkel.
Bring plenty of suntan lotion. It is very overpriced in most of the resort areas. Expect to pay $15-$20 per bottle. Leave a Comment
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BIG PADLOCKS ON YOUR SUITCASE, PAPEETE AIRPORT HAS A BIT OF A REPUTATION OF STAFF RIFLING THROUGH YOUR BAGS AND HELPING THEMSELVES
DURING THE SUMMER, IT IS ALWAYS WARM, ESPECIALLY AT NIGHTIME, HOWEVER IN BORA BORA OR MOOREA THEY DO HAVE QUITE A FEW SHOWERS, AND THESE SHOWERS REALLY GET YOU WET.
CONDOMS, INSECT STUFF AND LOTS OF AFTERSUN
AS MOST THINGS ARE IMPORTED IN BATTERIES AND FILMS CAN BE A BIT PRICEY. Leave a Comment
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 by yeah_baby
ELECTRICITY: runs at 110 or 220 volts, so you'll need an adaptor.
OTHER: Sunscreen is highly recommended, as are loose fitting casual clothing, a small flashlight, and aqua socks (for walking on coral).
CURRENCY:
French Polynesia uses the Cour de Franc Pacifique (CFP). It's exchange rate is approximately 100 to 1 US dollar. You'll find the best exchange rates at banks, although you'll pay approximately a $4.00 fee for the transaction.
Although most places accept credit cards, you should have cash on hand for those places that don't. Many places will accept US Dollars, so don't exchange all your cash at once.
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Bring the smallest luggage you own.
The only necessities are: a couple of bathing suites, sarong, if you have, (both men and women), and very light casual clothes.
Forget the make-up. You won't need it. All you need is sun block. Leave a Comment
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 by grannysmith
Rain can come unexpectedly so bring something waterproof.
Aquashoes are good as well.
Overall, travel light as not much clothing is necessary through the day and dressing up at night is a casual affair.
But prepare to change a few times each day with all the activities and being in and out of the water a lot.
Things such as sunscreen, medicine and the like are really expensive so bring a lot.
Same goes for film.
Everything is 220V in French Polynesia so bring adaptors for recharging.
Your own snorkelling equipment is a plus as it will save you the hassle of checking it in and out every day at special hours.
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